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7. Pharmaceutical Medication
Some people benefit almost miraculously from the use of conventional pharmaceutical medications to treat their ADHD. Others have limited or no befit from them. Many medications used to treat ADHD have strong, sometimes dangerous side effects. They can be misused and some are addicting. If symptoms of ADHD are severe and other therapies have not worked, pharmaceuticals are worth considering.
I know a student who literally could not sit still to do his third grade school work. He was in constant motion. When he received medication for his ADHD, he became an A student. He still faced some challenges, but they were miniscule in comparison to before he took the medication.
On the other hand, I know another individual who tried several medications with no beneficial effects. He was calmer, yet his ability to function well actually diminished due to depression, headaches, stomach upsets and fatigue.
If you opt to use pharmaceuticals, be sure to consult with an expert who is very familiar with them.
Attention is a good thing. If you can pay attention to yourself, other people and the world around you, you can stay invested and feel connected.
